Mountaineering in remote areas of the world - Alun Richardson

Rucksack Guide - Mountaineering in Remote Areas of the Worldis your essential handbook for planning and undertaking mountaineering expeditions around the world. It offers concise guidance and support for whatever situations you might find yourself in, including:

• where to go: tips on gaining sponsorship, permits and the best times to visit
• dangerous animals: dealing with creatures that bite, sting or suck your blood
• environmental issues: minimising your impact on the environment
• safety: essential procedures to ensure the safety of yourself, your party and others on the mountain
• emergencies: guidance on what to do in extreme situations.

The book is colour-coded for easy reference and all information is presented in lists and tables, making it simple to understand in testing conditions.

The Rucksack Guideseries is taken from Mountaineering: The essential skills for mountain walkers and climbers,the definitive handbook for hill walkers, climbers and mountaineers.